Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet
Product introduction
Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. This medicine is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Adequate sugar control lessens your risk of heart attack or stroke also.
Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It must be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose. Overdose may lead to low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
Some people may develop edema (swelling), cold symptoms, headache, urinary tract infection, diarrhea, nausea, leg pain, reduced blood cell count, infection, and accidental injury. However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own. If these do not resolve or bother you, please consult your doctor.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor will check your kidney function tests before starting treatment with it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects.
Uses of Pigi Tablet
Benefits of Pigi Tablet
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine. It also improves the body’s response to the hormone insulin, which is responsible for regulating blood glucose (sugar) levels in our body. The insulin helps to lower your blood glucose levels and prevents them from rising after taking meals. You should keep taking it for as long as it is prescribed.
Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
Side effects of Pigi Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Pigi
- Edema (swelling)
- Cold symptoms
- Headache
- Urinary tract infection
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Leg pain
- Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)
- Infection
- Accidental injury
How to use Pigi Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Pigi Tablet works
Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines:
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Monitoring of the breastfed infant's blood glucose is advisable during maternal therapy with Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet
Monitoring of the breastfed infant's blood glucose is advisable during maternal therapy with Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet
Driving
CAUTION
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. These patients can experience very low blood sugar levels which may become normal after a long time.
Use of Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. These patients can experience very low blood sugar levels which may become normal after a long time.
Liver
CAUTION
Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease. These patients can experience very low blood sugar levels which may become normal after a long time.
Use of Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease. These patients can experience very low blood sugar levels which may become normal after a long time.
What if you forget to take Pigi Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
- Take it with the first main meal of the day (usually breakfast).
- It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
- Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemic symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxiety.
- Inform your doctor if you notice weight gain, shortness of breath, irregular heartbeat, or any abnormal swelling.
- Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).
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Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet used for?
Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet is a prescription medicine for adults with type 2 diabetes. It helps lower blood sugar levels when diet and exercise alone are not enough, reducing the risk of diabetes complications.
Who should not take Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet?
Individuals should not take Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet if they have type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, severe heart failure, bladder cancer, serious liver problems, or if they are allergic to either pioglitazone, glimepiride, or other sulfonylurea medicines.
Can Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet cause heart problems?
Yes, pioglitazone (present in Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet) may cause fluid retention, which can lead to or worsen heart failure. You should inform your doctor immediately if you develop shortness of breath, rapid weight gain, or swelling in your legs or ankles.
Is there a risk of bladder cancer with Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet?
Some studies suggest that long-term use of Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet may be linked to an increased risk of bladder cancer. You should tell your doctor if you have a history of bladder cancer or notice blood in your urine.
Can Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet cause liver problems?
Yes, Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet can rarely cause liver injury. You should contact your doctor right away if you experience symptoms such as unusual tiredness, loss of appetite, dark urine, or yellowing of the skin, or eyes.
Are there risks of bone fractures with Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet use?
Yes, Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet may increase the risk of bone fractures, particularly in women. Your doctor may recommend bone health monitoring during treatment.
What should I tell my doctor before starting Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet?
Before starting Pigi 15mg/2mg Tablet, you should inform your doctor if you have heart disease, liver problems, kidney disease, bladder cancer, bone health concerns, or a history of severe low blood sugar.
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